NAME PROFILE
Randy
Randy is an English name derived from the Old High German name 'Randwulf,' meaning 'shield wolf.' It conveys a sense of strength and protection, often associated with a spirited and lively character.
Key Stats
| Total births | 334,472 |
| Gender | Male (97% / 3%) |
| Peak year | 1956 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1934 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%NY — 21%TX — 20%PA — 18%IL — 18%
Notable People
Randy Quaid (Actor, *Independence Day*) · Randy Johnson (Former MLB pitcher, Hall of Famer) · Randy Orton (Wrestler, WWE Champion) · Randy Moss (Former NFL wide receiver, Hall of Famer) · Randy Newman (Musician, known for *You've Got a Friend in Me*)
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